Description

3-(2-Benzothiazolylthio)Propionic Acid is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a benzothiazole moiety linked to a propionic acid chain via a thioether bridge. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, rubber chemical, and pharmaceutical intermediate sectors for its role in modifying material properties and facilitating specific chemical reactions.

Application

• Rubber Vulcanization Accelerator Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of high-performance vulcanization accelerators for the tire and rubber goods industry.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Used to introduce benzothiazole functional groups into polymer chains to enhance thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with benzothiazole cores, particularly in antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory research.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed as a component in specialty corrosion inhibitor packages for industrial cooling water systems and metalworking fluids.
• Lubricant Additive Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for creating extreme pressure (EP) and anti-wear additives in advanced lubricant formulations.
• Photographic Chemical: Utilized in the synthesis of certain spectral sensitizers and photographic chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry R&D for constructing complex sulfur-containing heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Benzothiazolylthio)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	4767-00-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2S2
Molecular Weight	239.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Benzothiazolylthio)propionic acid; 3-[(2-Benzothiazolyl)thio]propanoic acid; 2-Benzothiazolethiol, 3-carboxyethyl derivative; 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole propionic acid ester; MBT-propionic acid; NSC 403079; Propanoic acid, 3-[(2-benzothiazolyl)thio]-; 3-(Benzothiazol-2-ylsulfanyl)propionic acid
EINECS	225-309-2

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(2-Benzothiazolylthio)Propionic Acid adheres to a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identification (IR), and impurity profile analysis, to ensure consistency and high purity suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen or argon) is recommended to preserve stability and purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.